What is the deadline to file a claim against the MTA?

Claims against the MTA, NYC Transit, or other public bus agencies require a Notice of Claim within 90 days of the accident, with the lawsuit filed within 1 year and 90 days. These deadlines are strict and jurisdictional — missing them can end your case permanently. Call us immediately after a bus accident involving a public agency.

What is a 'common carrier' duty?

Bus companies owe passengers the highest standard of care — they must use 'utmost care' to keep passengers safe. This is higher than ordinary reasonable care, which makes passenger injury claims against buses potentially stronger.

My child was hurt on a school bus. Who is liable?

Depending on the circumstances, potential defendants include the school district, the bus company contractor, the driver, and any other at-fault motorist. Public school districts require a Notice of Claim. We investigate every angle.

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Hurt on a City Bus, School Bus, or Tour Bus? Public and Private Carriers Have Heightened Duties.

Buses carry passengers under what the law calls a 'common carrier' duty of care — a higher standard than ordinary negligence. Whether you were hurt on an MTA bus, school bus, charter, tour bus, or were struck by one while walking, driving, or cycling, the case involves layered liability and — when a public entity is involved — short notice-of-claim deadlines.

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Bus Accident Cases We Handle

Every case is unique, but our attorneys have deep experience across a wide range of bus accident matters, including:

MTA and NYC Transit bus accidents

School bus injuries to children and drivers

Charter and tour bus collisions

Pedestrians struck by buses

Slip and fall injuries on a moving bus

Injuries from sudden stops and doors

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Our Results in Bus Accident

Every case is different, but these outcomes show what we fight for on behalf of our clients.

$6,500,000Motor Vehicle

A police officer hit a sinkhole and suffered a career-ending back injury. We got him the recovery he deserved.

$3,200,000Motor Vehicle

A rear-end collision left our client with a herniated disc requiring multiple surgeries. We secured full compensation for his lost wages and ongoing treatment.

$1,250,000Motor Vehicle

Our client sustained serious injuries in a vehicle collision and required ongoing medical care. We secured a substantial settlement covering medical expenses, lost wages, and future treatment.

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